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Google reviews are a testament to the service I provide at Riders Cycle Centre. A reflection of the passion I have for my sport and business. A reasurring insight into what my customers and friends feel about Riders Cycle Centre.

Another great service from RCC this week. Sent Stuart a message on Monday night (bank holiday), response first thing Tuesday, bike dropped off Tuesday morning and ready by close of play despite being very busy in the workshop.
Usual great attention for detail and care taken to check everything over, recommend any other works and takes the time to explain the work carried out on pick up.
Quick, thorough services and great value.

Stuart is one of the very best bike mechanics around. Knowledgeable, skilled and innovative. He’s also a really nice guy too :-)
He also organises some fantastic long distance mtb events which are ‘annoyingly’ tough ;-)

Friendly, professional, quick and superb advice given. Stuart strives hard to meet the needs of all his customers and more often than not will go the extra mile. Whether you are a regular customer or just a passer-by, you'll never forget the positive and warm experience at RCC.

I stumbled across Stuart Rider at Riders Cycle Centre whilst researching on the internet how to change some wheel bearings, watched his video, he made it look easy and was located close by. I paid him a visit, he couldn't have been more friendly and knowledgable, filling me with confidence that the task would be completed to a high standard. Stuart talked me through the options and issues with bearings (after first checking if I wanted to know, which I did). Then we chatted about all manner of cycling subjects, his passion shining through of his love of cycling and his job. I thought it may take a week, but the following morning received a message that my wheel was ready! Picked my wheel up that evening and it was surprisingly inexpensive.
To summarise - rapid turnaround, competitively priced, great knowledge willingly shared and a smashing bloke. What more could you want?
If I need any cycling related issues sorting or advice I now know where to go.

There is only one thing to say and that is excellent. I have been to Stuarts workshop for a number of years and today I had an issue with my tubeless tyres and the matter was sorted in minutes along with suitable advice on how to use them. I would say there is only one place to go for your bike repairs or service needs

Top bloke, very happy with my bike service. I rang Stuart and was able to get my bike booked in, repaired and back to me in 48 hours and in that time Stuart had to order a part to be delivered to his workshop. Incredibly quick turn around. Ecstatic with my service, bike riding better than when I bought it. I have now been getting my bike serviced for 5+ years by Stuart and never been anything other than completely impressed and satisfied with his standards, level of service and utter professionalism. Once again Stuart thanks soooooooooooooo very much!!!

Thank you ever so much, loving my new bike. Built ever so quickly and with great attention to detail. I couldn't recommend you highly enough. Extremely good value for money, very very helpful and incredibly quick and efficient too. This is the fourth time I have visited Stuart in the last two years and on every single occasion his service and helpfulness has been utterly outstanding. Completely trustworthy and a very genuine and passionate cycling expert. I'll certainly be back.

Blindingly brilliant level of service once again from Stuart at Riders Cycle Centre. ENORMOUSLY APPRECIATIVE of both the quality of work provided and the excellent advice (of which is free) given too, in helping keep my poorly bikes on the road. Nothing is ever too much for Stuart and what's even better is that 100% of advice and help is completely objective too. Thanks a million. Tim

I have now visited this shop twice and have nothing but good words to say. First time was to upgrade the group set on my beloved road bike. Stuart was extremely open and helpful with respect to which set to go for, costings, performance etc. etc. As a relatively novice rider, this was invaluable support and even resulted in my paying less for the group set itself than i would have done on Wiggle/Evans given Stuart's relationship with his suppliers. Second time I visited I took advantage of Stuart's 'roadside maintenance' training. Again, as a relatively novice rider but also a 15 year office worker, this was fantastic support and was approached by Stuart in a very pragmatic, non-patronising manner so no embarrassment from me for asking 'stupid' questions! I'd highly recommend speaking with Stuart for anything related to two wheels and pedals

I highly recommend Stuart as an expert in all thinks "bike". He is an excellent mechanic, great at recommending components and specifications for your bike and also does a great service in helping you understand how to best maintain and upgrade your own bike - very hands on so you really learn how to do it for yourself.

Fantastic having someone who takes the time to help in anything bike related.
Stuart has helped sort out my bike and got me set up with a turbo trainer and Swift. Loads of patience and very knowledgeable.
Thank you
Cheers Allen

Went late last Friday asking for a miracle and got exactly that. Understanding my situation Stuart spent what spare time he had to make the most of a bad situation. While doing he talked through exactly what was being done and why... Top bloke, top mechanic, highly recommend

Brilliant. We turned up with no appointment as our son's bike cable had snapped that day. Stuart fixed and replaced both cables (they were the original 1980s ones!) within 15 mins and price was v reasonable. Extremely grateful, great service.

Dropped into RCC on short notice, and Stuart was more than happy to squeeze me in to his busy schedule, and ensure my brakes were in top condition. Lovely relaxed atmosphere in the workshop. Great to chat to someone that is so passionate about his career, and cycling in general. Will not hesitate to visit again.

Great service with equally great advice and knowledge. Passionate and enthusiastic about what he does which shows in the level of attention to detail your bike will receive. A trusted and respected bike mechanic.

Stuart (the owner) is very knowledgeable. He is an absolute gentleman and I have now been to see him twice. The first time I visited Stuart’s workshop was to have him remove a Campagnolo crankset with bottom bracket off a bike I had then. He only charged a nominal sum for his services but that’s when we got talking and he shared his pearls of wisdom regarding training and equipment to maximise my cycling experience. I was just starting out back then.
I re-visited the second time for a look at my cycling technique / position on a turbo trainer to ensure nothing major was off. I had bike fit done on my previous bike and I had managed to translate the measurements taken then across to the new bike but still wanted to make sure it was OK. I was very happy with my second encounter with stuart too. He spent time looking at my handlebar set up (needing a small adjustment), pedalling and saddle position whilst I tried Zwift on his smart turbo trainer for the first time. He also recommended a book to use for training with power meter.
In essence, he has a lot of knowledge, experience, excellent communication skills and will spend the time with you to make each visit as personalised as possible. You will feel like a pro-athlete having a tailor made session!
I live in Leeds and the first time I went was out of necessity (no one local who would take Campag crank off) but now choose to visit him for all of the above mentioned reasons. Highly recommended!!!

I cannot praise Stuart and his skills high enough. Stuart always has a can do attitude and provides a great service with a smile, all for a reasonable price in a timely manner. Thank you Stuart, amazing service. Phil Jenkinson

I bought a very unusual 150mm QR front fork on a Salsa Beargrease, Stuart is the only person I know who would take a Hope 170mm QR and make it fit. Brilliant job as usual. Still using Stuart and I live in North Wales. Can't beat a great bike mechanic.

Been taking my bikes to Stuart for a few years now and I always receive excellent service and the work is always of high quality. He has years of experience and a vast amount of knowledge on all things bike related, from the classics and current bikes to the future trends in the sport.

Stuart is so meticulous and calm and confident it makes me wonder if I do what I do for a living as well. I made a last minute request for some help with my bike and he not only 'fitted me in' but for those fifteen crucial minutes I was the only thing that mattered to him. He puts the pro in professional – with panache on top. Bloody good cyclist too. Chapeau!

When you make the mistake of buying wheels on line and they don't work, you need someone like Stuart.
It wasn't initially obvious what was wrong, and he could easily have told me just to send them back, but he didn't. He persevered and sorted out the problem, meaning I can use them this weekend in the year's first triathlon. Thanks Stuart

Stuart has looked after my bike on a number of occasions in the last couple of years including di2 malfunctions, seized breaks, check over and repair after a bump and more di2 mishaps. He has always been able to fit me in at short notice and with a very quick turn around.
He offers great value for money and impartial advise on all things biking!

Stuart is very patient, competent and open. He explained the major bike service piece by piece, costed it quickly and despite changes stuck to price. Delivered ahead of time to budget - perfect- thanks Stuart

It is not a coincidence that Stuart has over 50 5 star reviews.
I took my bike to him this morning with a gear problem that 2 previous mechanics had failed to sort out, despite having told me they had done all they good to optimise the 1 x 11 set up.
Stuart thought his way through the problem and sorted it out same day. He also gave me some very helpful advice about how to get maximum life from the transmission.
I have been visiting bike shops for over 25 years and I can honestly say that he is the most competent, confidence inspiring mechanic I have come across in a long time.
I would not hesitate to recommend him to others.
Dan Hill

Stuart is a legend. I'm new to the area and took my bike yesterday lunchtime with a damaged pedal thread that another bike shop said couldn't be repaired, but Stuart fixed it and serviced it in record time. He is really knowledgeable and a genuinely nice guy who I feel I can trust with my bikes. I am looking forward to a ride/breakfast on Embsay Crag!

Stuart prepared an insurance crash report for my bike which was damaged in a collision. The service and speed in preparing the report was excellent and I was impressed with his cycling knowledge and the cleanliness of his workshop. Thoroughly recommended.

If you can find better service in a bike shop then I will eat my overshoes. Always friendly, helpful and courteous. As an Engineer who has been looking after bikes for over 30 years there are not many people I would trust with my bikes and Stuart is top of the list. Definitely worth a serious detour if you need solid advice and first class service.

If you can find better service in a bike shop then I will eat my overshoes. Always friendly, helpful and courteous. As an Engineer who has been looking after bikes for over 30 years there are not many people I would trust with my bikes and Stuart is top of the list. Definitely worth a serious detour if you need solid advice and first class service.

Helped me strip down my DT Swiss hub, that I couldn't do. Stuart is so pleasant as well as being technically fantastic. I wouldn't go anywhere else if I needed a bike building. A top place for individual service.

Helped me strip down my DT Swiss hub, that I couldn't do. Stuart is so pleasant as well as being technically fantastic. I wouldn't go anywhere else if I needed a bike building. A top place for individual service.

Thanks so much to Stuart for sorting out the mess I'd got my bike into today by riding through some sticky tar that they'd put down prior to resurfacing the Malham-Arncliffe road. I turned up without booking and he cleaned up the mess straight away, trying several products before finding the best for the job. And he didn't even make me feel stupid :)

Thanks so much to Stuart for sorting out the mess I'd got my bike into today by riding through some sticky tar that they'd put down prior to resurfacing the Malham-Arncliffe road. I turned up without booking and he cleaned up the mess straight away, trying several products before finding the best for the job. And he didn't even make me feel stupid :)

If carlsberg did local bike stores…
…Whilst away on holiday my bike developed a loud clunking when peddling. I suspected a problem with the bottom bracket. I called Stuart who was able to look at it the same day, less than two hours later problem solved and new BB30 bearings fitted.
Awesome service from a knowledgeable mechanic who provides value for money.
Thank you

If carlsberg did local bike stores…
…Whilst away on holiday my bike developed a loud clunking when peddling. I suspected a problem with the bottom bracket. I called Stuart who was able to look at it the same day, less than two hours later problem solved and new BB30 bearings fitted.
Awesome service from a knowledgeable mechanic who provides value for money.
Thank you

I have shipped the bike from abroad so I could get a few rides in during my time in the UK. It must have gotten knocked during transportation and the rear mech hanger was out if line. After a really annoying ride with gears all over the place i popped into see Steve and within seconds the bike was on a repair stand, expensive special tools to the ready and the mech hanger was aligned and gears were perfect. Awesome service, especially as I walked in unannounced with no appointment...... Many thanks

I've known Stuart for a few years now, and find him, and his business to be a breath of fresh air! Stuart's knowledge of all things pedal powered is immense, and he is always happy to answer questions you may have.
I did a basic mechanic course with him, and was surprised how much I picked up during the session under his expert guidance.
if you are thinking about booking one of these sessions with him, don't hesitate. He makes a good cuppa as well!

I've known Stuart for a few years now, and find him, and his business to be a breath of fresh air! Stuart's knowledge of all things pedal powered is immense, and he is always happy to answer questions you may have.
I did a basic mechanic course with him, and was surprised how much I picked up during the session under his expert guidance.
if you are thinking about booking one of these sessions with him, don't hesitate. He makes a good cuppa as well!